Joie Ray (athlete), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Joie Ray (athlete)

American middle and long distance runner

Date of Birth: 13-Apr-1894

Place of Birth: Kankakee, Illinois, United States

Date of Death: 15-May-1978

Profession: athletics competitor, marathon runner

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Joseph William "Joie" Ray (April 13, 1894 – May 13, 1978) was an American track and field athlete and member of the United States National Track and Field Hall of Fame.
He held world records for the 1-mile (1.6 km) and 2-mile (3.2 km) distances.
He represented the United States in the three Olympic Games held the 1920s, earning a bronze medal for the 3000 m team race in 1924.